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I-94 Shutdown Near St. Clair Shores Following Shootout Between Drivers, Police Seek Public's Help in Ongoing Investigation

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Published on April 27, 2025
I-94 Shutdown Near St. Clair Shores Following Shootout Between Drivers, Police Seek Public's Help in Ongoing InvestigationSource: Google Street View

A section of I-94 was closed on Saturday following a non-fatal shooting incident involving two vehicles. The shootout took place on eastbound I-94 near 10 Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, as reported by The Detroit News. According to the Michigan State Police, the freeway closure remained in effect until further notice due to an extensive crime scene spanning over a mile.

Michigan State Police informed the public via a social media post that preliminary investigations revealed a black Chevrolet Malibu and a silver vehicle, whose make and model were not specified, had their drivers engaged in gunfire while driving. The Chevrolet subsequently rear-ended a GMC Acadia. Still in motion, the silver vehicle was seen continuing east on the freeway. This information was detailed in a post from the MSP Second District.

Following the collision, occupants of both the Chevrolet and the GMC pulled over to the freeway's right shoulder. A passenger from the Chevrolet was witnessed carrying a pistol up the embankment, disposing of it before returning to the vehicle. Michigan State Police later recovered the weapon, identified as a 9mm Glock 19 equipped with a switch. Two individuals from the Chevrolet were transported to the hospital by St Clair Shores EMS for medical treatment, as noted by both sources.

In their search for answers, detectives are looking into the motive behind the shooting and the connections between the two drivers. "This is a very large scene and the freeway will be closed for sometime," F/Lt Mike Shaw told The Detroit News. Michigan State Police have urged anyone with information to come forward, providing contact details for MICH.TIP and Crime Stoppers in their social media update.

The investigation remains active, and the section of I-94 where the incident occurred is expected to remain closed until the scene has been thoroughly examined and cleared. Motorists in the area have been advised to seek alternative routes and anticipate delays. Police continue their appeal to the public, anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact authorities at either 855. MICH.TIP or Crime Stoppers at 800. SPEAK.UP.